GMW16846

Description / Abstract: GMW16846, 2nd Edition, December 2018 - Desiccant for Use in Refrigerant Systems Using HFC-134a and HFO-1234yf

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Material Description. This standard describes the requirements of dehydrated, Zeolite or crystalline sodium or potassium-sodium alumino-silicate molecular sieves desiccants in bead form, suitable for use in Hydrofluoroolefin (HFO-1234yf), Haloalkane (HFC-134a) mobile air conditioning systems.

Symbols. Not applicable.

Applicability. Desiccants are used in automotive air conditioning systems to keep the refrigerant, lubricant, and components dry. Dryness is necessary to minimize hydrate formation, corrosion, and chemical reactions that may degrade system materials.

Remarks. Not applicable.